The Fleet Lead

The Fleet Lead podcast features journalists from EndeavorB2B's commercial vehicle brands, including FleetOwner, Fleet Maintenance, Bulk Transporter, and Trailer Body-Builders. It aims to help fleet managers, trucking professionals, and transportation industry leaders navigate the rapidly changing industry, covering topics like new technologies, efficiency, and regulatory shifts.

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Daimler Truck AG
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Daimler Truck's David Carson on the new NOx-compliant Detroit engine and equipment ordering advice for fleet managers.
March 2, 2026
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The American manufacturing comeback is closer than you think, according to Rosemary Coates of the Reshoring Institute. The catch is that it's mostly heading to Mexico.
Feb. 18, 2026
Ford Pro
Ford Pro mobile maintenance
Eric Rice from Ford Pro talks with John Hitch about the latest work truck trends and how Ford is tackling current maintenance challenges.
Feb. 10, 2026
ACT Expo 2025 | TRC Companies
Fuel Portfolio for Fleets Workshop at ACT Expo 2025
Manufacturers and fleets are pivoting their focus from climate goals to everyday operational efficiencies. How is ACT Expo going to capture the focus on economic sustainability...
Feb. 4, 2026
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The Fleet Lead 2026 Outlook
The first roundtable of 2026 looks at the start of this year: carrier bankruptcies, regulatory crackdowns, emerging technologies, and hopes for that market upturn to finally arrive...
Jan. 21, 2026
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Car engine Oil PC-12
With PC-12 engine oils on the way in 2027, fleets need to be prepared for how the new category will impact their assets and know how to choose the right oil for their business...
Jan. 12, 2026
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New research from U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Legal Reform outlines how commercial auto litigation can cost the entire economy. The Fleet Lead hosts one of ILR’s experts...
Jan. 6, 2026
Groendyke Transport
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In this special edition of The Fleet Lead series, new American Trucking Associations Chairman Greg Hodgen—the CEO of Groendyke Transport—discusses the key issues and challenges...
Dec. 23, 2025
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Trucking recap of 2025 and look ahead to 2026
Our Commercial Vehicle Group editors bury the year that was and dig for some reasons to be optimistic about trucking in 2026.
Dec. 9, 2025
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Ryder recruiter Suzanne Varghese
Ryder recruiter Suzanne Varghese, a former Navy maintenance supervisor, explains the best practices that make Ryder one of the top employers for veterans looking for a job in ...
Dec. 4, 2025
Volvo Trucks North America
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The president of Volvo Trucks North America shares his perspective on the freight recession. His pitch for struggling fleets: This year's trucks can help your bottom line.
Dec. 1, 2025
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In this episode, Fleet Maintenance's resident vet John Hitch sat down with International's Nick Smith, a Marine who completed two tours in Iraq, to discuss the many benefits veterans...
Nov. 11, 2025